Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

Almost every aspect of event setup takes longer on site as the business events industry moves forward with fewer workers — so organizers need to prepare their staff members for possible challenges. Nearly every hotel, general service contractor, AV, and registration company had to lay off a significant number of client-facing team members.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 30, 2018

Arranging a hotel block and finalizing the contract is one of the most important parts of planning an event. There’s hotel jargon, legal terms, and the idea of facing off against someone over the negotiating table. We’re here to walk you through the basics of negotiating hotel blocks. Why Negotiate a Hotel Block?

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The industry as a whole is adopting AI as a way to streamline event professionals’ everyday work for organizational efficiency and to enhance participants’ overall experience. And then I remembered my conversation earlier this year with Chuck Elias , a co-founder of 42Chat, which creates text-based chatbots for the events industry.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Speculations circled overhead at the pandemic’s genesis that the business travel industry ought to fear an irreparable nosedive. GBT partnered with CULTIQUE for its strategic cultural advisement as the global travel management organization (TMO) guides the morphing industry into becoming a “transformational tool.”

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 19, 2023

In some cases, hotels and resorts launch clean-up operations that run 24/7 to clear the Sargassum that often entangles both humans and animals. In a partnership with Cotelier Hotels, 5% of all proceeds go to Rise to prepare care packages, including food and other essential items.

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Interface Tourism Spain

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

According to a report published in the book Smart Transportation Systems, the minimum cost of a flight provided by a budget airline is almost 6 times less than the equivalent ticket offered by traditional airlines. According to a study by business review platform Gitnux, Airbnb rentals were on average $50 cheaper per day than hotels in 2019.

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Travel Daily Media

MAY 1, 2023

The discussion gathered tourism and economy figureheads from across the Middle East region to address how the travel industry needs to adapt to tackle the issue of climate change and meet current regulations by implementing new sustainable policies, funds and support. trillion in economic losses due to disasters.

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Interface Tourism Spain

JUNE 28, 2022

Cryptocurrencies in the tourism industry. As well as for travellers, cryptocurrencies offer a great deal of security to businesses that no other bank can offer. . There are still many advances to be made, and in particular a great deal of trust must be built up among all users in order for it to be considered a useful currency. .

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To make your next event a hit, you need to source an event venue that’s accessible, convenient to hotels and airports, and in a safe, well-maintained location close to amenities, landmarks, and other attractions. Questions To Ask Is the venue easily accessible by public transportation and major roads? Look for mentions in the press.

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Travel Daily News

APRIL 4, 2023

Nowadays, the Prague Convention Bureau’s membership base includes sixty entities such as hotels, professional event organizers, congress centres, restaurants and social venues, and providers of related services (carriers, AV suppliers, catering companies and many others). One of them is the regular collection of statistical data.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Hotels are currently in the driver’s seat when it comes to meeting negotiations. And if you miss on your first-choice hotel, you could end up paying higher room rates. Also remember that the hotel industry is awash with new salespeople hired after the pandemic. Ground-Transportation. Event-Tech.

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ADMEI

MAY 19, 2021

Destination Management Companies (DMCs) are at the core of the MICE industry. They’re critical connectors in the overall events industry ecosystem.” Calvert is among a host of industry executives who value the role of DMCs. The services they provide to their clients also provide business to their local supplier partners.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 17, 2022

Sometimes, the force majeure clause deals with not just canceling, but reducing the meeting. … Call the hotel and talk to the meeting coordinator or director of sales. Most hotels would prefer for a meeting to go forward, even at a reduced rate, than to cancel it entirely. Explain the situation and try to work it out.

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Business Traveler USA

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

“Amid a wide range of rapidly evolving travel health standards because of the pandemic – with no single authority to harmonize them – travelers worldwide are dealing with a high degree of confusion and ambiguity,” said Venu Lambu, executive director and president of global markets at Mindtree. mindtree.com. “It mindtree.com.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 16, 2019

An online reseller of contracted meeting elements launches a week ahead of its industry rollout at the IMEX show in Frankfurt. Planners dealing with an event cancellation can obtain a voucher from a contracted supplier to be posted to the website under the specific product/service category, along with an asking price. I doubt it."

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Travel Daily Media

APRIL 4, 2023

Nowadays, the Prague Convention Bureau’s membership base includes sixty entities such as hotels, professional event organizers, congress centres, restaurants and social venues, and providers of related services (carriers, AV suppliers, catering companies and many others). One of them is the regular collection of statistical data.

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Solimar International

AUGUST 17, 2023

More specifically, a new tool is becoming widely used in various fields, impacting also the travel industry: Artificial Intelligence (AI). ” The travel and tourism industry , in particular, has embraced AI’s potential, leveraging its power to drive workforce optimization and revolutionize how we explore the world.

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Alcor Mice

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry has proven to be a key contributor to international arrivals for business related activities. The MICE market refers to a unique form of the tourism industry that is dedicated to the planning, booking, and facilitating of conferences, seminars and other related events.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 22, 2024

Covello said the idea for the event had been percolating in her mind after feeling disappointed by the lack of diversity both in conversation and representation at industry-related state conferences. The goal was to be able to have conversations on what the advisories mean and what the travel industry can do about them, Covello said. “We

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Stova

JUNE 8, 2023

Trade shows provide opportunities to showcase your products, drive leads and sales, and stay up to date on industry innovations. Costs include registration fees; travel; hotels; booth rental, design, and transportation; staffing; and marketing collateral. What about deals that originate onsite but close afterward?

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AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

Summing up, we can say that today’s travelers no longer want to spend their vacation hopping on and off the sightseeing bus at the packaged group tour or chilling lazily next to the pool with a cocktail at the all-inclusive hotel without ever leaving the premises (well, we’ll be honest, some still do). Connectivity in the travel industry.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

How will the events industry fare this year, and what trends will rule the roost when it comes to event planners’ priorities? It’s not just about plastering your brand all over the place, but also proving your expertise in the industry. WiFi, essential as it is, tends to be very expensive when accessed from event hotels.

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Alcor Mice

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

The MICE sector has a strong inseparable intersection with the tourism and events industry. It deals in meetings, conventions as well as other corporate related events. The best place to start would be to ask fellow industry members for references. Booking hotels and venues during peak venue can be a challenge.

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Unique World Global Destinations

DECEMBER 31, 2020

This has resulted in major economic challenges for many industries. With AI, genomic research, electric vehicles (EV), and green energy such as Waste-to-Energy Power generation being a small handful of industries booming. For those that are new to the industry. Read on to see what we can expect in the coming year.

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AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 9, 2023

It’s a systematic approach to handling various travel operations such as hotel bookings, flight tickets, travel policies, and reporting with the aim of cost control, adherence to corporate policies, and employee comfort and safety. They establish corporate travel guidelines, deal with employee travel expenses, and handle reimbursements.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Regardless of whether you are dealing directly with an artist or an agent, you will likely need to learn to negotiate effectively. Putting a deadline on the offer can also help you secure a deal more quickly, as agents and artists can respond favorably to a sense of urgency. Our industry is one that is built on relationships.

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Hotel Engine

AUGUST 20, 2022

While it may not yet be considered a major tourist destination, Pocatello holds its own in the hospitality and recreational industries. Your hotel will probably be located somewhere central in the business district of Historic Downtown Pocatello. Make the most of your trip to Pocatello with a rental car for easier transportation.

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AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 24, 2023

That’s why most hotel management systems today are open to partnerships with independent software vendors to easily expand their capabilities and satisfy clients. Their marketplace of integrations include marketing, transportation, door locks, accounting, point of sale, communication, and more vendors operating in a ton of countries.

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AltexSoft Travel

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

A leading global distribution system in North America, Sabre leverages the content from airlines, hotels, car rentals, and other travel suppliers across the world. Sixty years later, the world’s first computerized system for flight booking still handles a lion’s share of airline and hotel reservations. Industry accreditations.

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AltexSoft Travel

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

This time, we’ll talk about partnership solutions with Expedia, the second largest OTA with hotel content one of the richest on the market. To be more precise, Expedia TAAP commissionable products include only vacation packages, car rentals, activities and attractions, and hotels. EPS Rapid: customizable hotel booking API.

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AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 26, 2022

Severely struck by the coronavirus pandemic, the travel industry is slowly but steadily reaching its full potential. Still, the industry doesn’t look the way it did before March 2020. In this article, we’ll mention the budding tourism trends and give six examples of startups that capitalize on the changes in the industry.

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AltexSoft Travel

MARCH 23, 2022

For the record, the business developed into a global company operating its airline and dealing with multi-million revenue streams, went through a compulsory liquidation in 2019, and was relaunched as an online-only travel agency in 2020. Besides, a tour operator can own some of the package components, for example, run an airline or hotel.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 16, 2020

Additionally, the trip itself is likely to be anxiety-inducing: among those with concerns, 54% are concerned about being on a plane, 48% about using public transportation, and 41% about staying in a hotel. Need to resume in-person meetings. Nearly 3 in 5 (58%) APAC business travellers have positive feelings about travelling again.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Consider local newspapers, magazines, TV channels, or specialized retail industry publications. Clear out the specifics, whether it’s a deal, paid collaboration, or a mutual promotional agreement. Strike a fair deal. This can include booking flights, securing hotel rooms, and planning local transportation.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

The Tech Events featured in this list take place throughout the year and cover a wide range of different industries — from SaaS and FinTech to startup events and more. Conferences: Both IRL and virtual conferences powered by virtual event software are the backbone of the tech events industry and can be both B2C and B2B events.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Make an informed estimate by analyzing previous attendance data, registrations, or similar industry events. or isn’t a boring hotel.” Don’t forget to consider factors like holidays, industry-specific events, and competing gatherings that could impact attendance or venue availability. What type of event is it? Come on! —

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AltexSoft Travel

DECEMBER 30, 2022

They help hotels, airlines, car rental services, and other suppliers sell inventory to end customers — and charge fees for this mediation. It unfolds as follows: A supplier (for example, an airline or hotel) sets the final prices (gross rates) and passes them to an OTA. How an agency model and merchant model differ.

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